04.22.26 Police Community Advisory Committee Meeting of April 22, 2026

The Police Community Advisory Committee meeting held on April 22, 2026, focused primarily on the Salinas Police Department's 2025 annual report and budget overview. The department reported a slight increase in calls for service and a significant 29% rise in arrests and citations, highlighting efforts such as the addition of a full-time motor unit officer and enforcement by the violent suppression task force. The department also emphasized community engagement, noting a 700% increase in outreach events and the success of youth diversion and cadet programs. The budget presentation detailed the police department's general fund allocation of approximately $64.4 million for fiscal year 2025-26, with 157 of 161 sworn positions funded. Discussions included the impact of Measure G funding, which supports traffic enforcement, the violent suppression task force, and records unit, and the transition of some grant-funded positions to permanent city funding. The committee reviewed budget amendment processes, staffing challenges, and the importance of community reporting for resource allocation. No new contracts or procurement actions were reported, but the meeting provided insight into budget priorities and resource management within the police department.